AXIS Q1656 Q16 Series 4MP Indoor Fixed WDR IP Box Camera, 3.9-10mm Lens, Black (Replaces Q1647)
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Key Features
- Capture critical detail day and night with 4MP resolution and up to 60 fps, delivering smooth, actionable video for security and investigations.
- Maintain clear images in challenging lighting using Lightfinder 2.0 and WDR, reducing missed events and false alarms.
- Quickly adapt coverage with the 3.9–10mm varifocal lens and remote zoom/focus, minimizing onsite adjustments and installation time.
- Simplify deployments with Power over Ethernet (PoE) and a compact box design that supports box or tripod mounts for flexible indoor placement.
- Protect your system and data with enterprise-grade cybersecurity (secure boot, signed firmware) and TAA compliance for government and corporate projects.
Quick Specifications
- Product Model
- Q1656
- Brand Name
- AXIS Communications
- Product Line
- Q
- Product Name
- AXIS Q1656
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Product information
02164-001
Overview
Designed for dependable indoor surveillance and monitoring, the AXIS Q1656 box camera from Axis Communications gives security teams high-confidence video where it matters most. This 4MP fixed WDR camera captures crisp imagery at up to 60 fps, while Lightfinder 2.0 and a 0.01 lux sensitivity ensure usable color video in very low light — ideal for lobbies, retail floors, and critical infrastructure. The 3.9–10mm varifocal lens with i-CS mount lets integrators remotely adjust zoom and focus during setup, reducing repeat site visits and speeding commissioning. Built-in PoE lowers cabling complexity and installation cost, and enterprise-grade cybersecurity features, signed firmware and TAA compliance help meet procurement and compliance requirements. Compatible with advanced analytics and ONVIF standards, the Q1656 integrates smoothly into modern VMS and monitoring platforms for automated detection and efficient incident review. Upgrade your indoor security and surveillance strategy with an Axis Communications box camera engineered for clarity, flexibility, and long-term reliability — contact us to spec this camera for your next project or add it to your system design.
Features
- Capture critical detail day and night with 4MP resolution and up to 60 fps, delivering smooth, actionable video for security and investigations.
- Maintain clear images in challenging lighting using Lightfinder 2.0 and WDR, reducing missed events and false alarms.
- Quickly adapt coverage with the 3.9–10mm varifocal lens and remote zoom/focus, minimizing onsite adjustments and installation time.
- Simplify deployments with Power over Ethernet (PoE) and a compact box design that supports box or tripod mounts for flexible indoor placement.
- Protect your system and data with enterprise-grade cybersecurity (secure boot, signed firmware) and TAA compliance for government and corporate projects.
| General Information | |
|---|---|
| Brand Name | AXIS Communications |
| Manufacturer | Axis Communications |
| Product Line | Q |
| Product Name | AXIS Q1656 |
| Product Type | Fixed cameras |
| Product Model | Q1656 |
| Product Series | Q16 |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 02164-001 |
| Supported Network Protocols | IPv6 USGv6, NIST SP500-267 |
| Technical Information | |
| Aperture | f/1.5 |
| Lens Type | Varifocal |
| Night Vision | Yes |
| Field of View | Horizontal, Vertical |
| Video Formats | H.264 / AVC, H.265 / HVEC |
| Lens Mount Type | i-CS |
| Maximum Frame Rate | 60fps |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Effective Camera Resolution | 4MP |
| Camera | |
| Image Sensor Type | CMOS |
| Wide Dynamic Range | Yes |
| Certifications | |
| TAA Compliant | Yes |
| Display & Graphics | |
| Image Sensor Size | 1/1.8" |
| Maximum Video Resolution | 2688 x 1512 |
| Environmental Conditions | |
| Operating Temperature (T-T) | -20-60°C |
| Exposure | |
| Minimum Illumination | 0.01 lux |
| Interfaces/Ports | |
| Network (RJ-45) | Yes |
| Lens | |
| Focal Length | 3.9-10mm |
| Maximum Focal Length | 10mm |
| Memory | |
| SD Card Slot | Yes |
| Memory Card Supported | Yes |
| Network & Communication | |
| Remote Management | Yes |
| Others | |
| Model Number Replaces | 01051-001, 01051-041, 01222-001, 01222-041 |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Color | Black |
| Power Description | |
| Maximum Power Consumption | 8.2W |
| Power over Ethernet (PoE) | Yes |
| Product Information | |
| Mount Type | Box Mount, Tripod Mount |
| Storage | |
| Recording Formats | Full HD |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Features | Day/Night |
| Certifications | CISPR 32 Class A, CISPR 35, EN 55032 Class A, EN 55035, EN 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3, EN 61000-6-1, EN 61000-6-2, FCC Part 15 Subpart B Class A, ICES-3(A)/NMB-3(A), KS C 9832 Class A, KS C 9835, RCM AS/NZS CISPR 32 Class A, VCCI Class A |
| Indoor/Outdoor | Indoor |
| Certifications & Standards | ONVIF G, ONVIF M, ONVIF S, ONVIF T |
| Environmental Certification | IEC 60068-2-1, IEC 60068-2-14, IEC 60068-2-2, IEC 60068-2-27, IEC 60068-2-6, IEC 60068-2-78, IEC/EN 60529 IP4X |
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